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Historically, the second week in March has been marked by a trove of memorable rock and roll events. Eric Clapton left one of rock’s seminal bands, Metallica performed their first show, and one of the Rolling Stones kicked off his first-ever solo tour. Several classic albums were released this week as well, including landmark records by the Velvet Underground, R.E.M., and Iggy Pop. Read on for a look back at other significant moments that shaped rock and roll during this historically eventful week.

Events

1955 – Fats Domino records “Ain’t That a Shame” in Los Angeles.

1965 – Eric Clapton leaves The Yardbirds.

1968 – The Rolling Stones begin recording “Jumpin’ Jack Flash.”

1968 – Otis Redding’s “(Sittin’ On) the Dock of the Bay” tops the U.S. singles chart.

1969 – The Temptations become the first Motown recording artists to receive a Grammy, earning the award for the single, “Cloud Nine.”